The Jesuits in Timor Leste renewed their contract with the Diocese of Dili on Railaco Mission

On By etrcommsIn Railaco Jesuit Mission

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The Society of Jesus in Timor Leste has just renewed the contract with the Diocese of Dili pertaining to the administration of the Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Railaco and the parochial school NOSSEF. The contract is for the duration of 25 years. The Jesuits has been in Railaco since 2001 doing pastoral works as well as running the parochial high school and the various social action ministries such as the mobile clinic and the feeding program. The Railaco mission was elevated as a full parish in October, 2017.

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The new contract sets another milestone for the Jesuits in Timor Leste and the parishioners of Railaco. In order to sustain its programs, the Parish in Railaco, since 2003, has also been receiving strong support from the Parish of St. Canice in KingsCross, Sydney which is often referred to by the people of Railaco as their “sister” parish. Signing the contract are Most Rev. Virgilio do Carmo da Silva, DD, the bishop of the Diocese of Dili, Fr. Joaquim Sarmento, SJ, the Superior of the Jesuits. Signing as witnesses are Fr. Ludgério Martins da Silva, the chancellor of the diocese and Fr. Violanto Soares, SJ, the national director of Apostleship of Prayer.

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On the occasion of the signing, Bishop Virgilio also expressed his gratitude for the Society of Jesus for running the mission in Railaco and hopes that this contract will be an opportunity for the community of Railaco and the Jesuits to collaborate for a greater good of the parish. “The Jesuits’ pastoral mission in Railaco brought in some changes in the spiritual and livelihood of the people in Railaco, and the community has also expressed that they love the presence of the Jesuits in their midst. The Jesuits have reached every corner of the Railaco even in very remote areas, they contribute to education, and also help in the infrastructure of the parish. Therefore, Diocese of Dili trusts the Jesuit Mission in Railaco and hopeful that the 25-year contract will be an opportunity for the pastoral mission of the Jesuits to do more and accomplish more in the community and the church”, uttered Bishop Virgilio.

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Regional Superior of the Jesuits in Timor – Leste, Fr. Joaquim Sarmento, SJ, also expressed his gratitude for the Diocese of Dili in entrusting Railaco to the Society of Jesus since 2003. On behalf of the Society of Jesus, Fr. Joaquim wholeheartedly expressed his gratitude on behalf of the Jesuits and the people of Railaco for this 25-year contract which is a sign of trust and will be an opportunity to serve the local church.

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Inauguration of Water Facility in Tuhilo Kraik

On By etrcommsIn Jesuit Social Service

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On February 23rd, 2019, the community of Tuhilo Kraik celebrated the inauguration of the newly established water facility, which was administered by the Jesuit Social Service (JSS) in close collaboration with the local residents. This is a remarkable achievement and will be highly beneficial for this community in helping them access clean water without having to walk distances and using plastic containers to fetch water.

Before the establishment of the water facility, many households in the community of Tuhilo Kraik had to spend many hours just to fetch water for their daily needs. That was because they had to walk through rugged terrains and carry their plastic containers or bamboo containers to get the water from the fountain. Some of them used bamboo as pipes to canalize water to the nearest distance to their house, but this method was not effective and did not last very long. The bamboos were not steady to hold the water flow and many times the had to redo everything.

This community project is made possible through the generous support of Jesuit Mission Australia. Our deepest gratitude to the many donors and friends who supported the Jesuit Mission campaign to support this project.

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Lent – Almsgiving, Prayer, and Fasting

On By etrcommsIn Social and Communication Ministries

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“ Jesus said to his disciples: “Take care not to perform righteous deeds in order that people may see them; otherwise, you will have no recompense from your heavenly Father. When you give alms, do not blow a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets win the praise of others. Amen, I say to you, they have received their reward”. The reading today introduces the three chief acts of Jewish piety – almsgiving, prayer, and fasting. In each act the logical structure is the same :

1. A warning not to do the act to be praised by human beings,

2. Instruction on how to perform the act of piety secretly, and

3. The assurance that the Father who sees in secret will reward openly.

Pope Francis : “No act of virtue can be great if it is not followed by an advantage to others.” The picture above suggests fasting that can benefit our planet. Matthew 6:1-6

(Zondervan)

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